Directed by:
Kamil KrawczyckiScreenplay:
Kamil KrawczyckiCinematography:
Jakub SztukComposer:
Jan KrólikowskiCast:
Jan Hrynkiewicz, Paweł Tomaszewski, Ewa Skibinska, Ewa Kolasińska, Wiktoria Filus, Maciej Kosiacki, Michał Pawlik, Halina Jabłonowska, Bogusław Repelewicz (more)VOD (1)
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You can’t choose where you’re born. Let alone what roles and labels others affix to you. You just have to live with these burdens even against your will. Take Bartek - he has spent his whole life in a small village in southern Poland, looking after not only his own mother but also a whole farm full of horses, cattle and poultry. In his spare time, he works behind the bar in the local pub and helps his elderly neighbours with their shopping. And as for some time to find himself – he has none. But a slightly older David comes to the village and something more than just a spark flares between them. Director and screenwriter Kamil Krawczycki paints an intimate and subtle portrait of a blossoming relationship, shifting identities and overcoming personal troubles in a confident, distinctive style. His feature debut won an award at the Gdynia Film Festival in Poland. (Mezipatra Queer Film Festival)
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An adventurous journey of self-discovery, first sexual experiences and above all a chance to escape the stereotype that the main character experiences every day. Elephant is an absolutely brilliant film that conveys simple ideas in a complex way, with stunning visuals and performances. Even if you are from a rural area where the environment is homophobic and stereotypical, it is possible to have dreams and make them come true. The film gives courage, hope and motivation to be happy. Even though the film cost around 150 000 EUR, it is evident that even for a small amount of money one can make a quality film. I highly recommend everyone to watch the film, because it is perhaps the best queer film I have ever seen, really!
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